2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · SM55 UPB
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 152,131 miles. MOT expired on 17 Jan 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Jan 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 152,131 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SM55 UPB Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 12/01/2024
- 152,131 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Known faults for Volvo V50
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
SM55 UPB Mileage History
- 01/10/200835,862 mi
- 05/10/200948,078 mi+12,216 mi
- 13/10/201061,833 mi+13,755 mi
- 22/10/201061,833 mi
- 11/10/201170,175 mi+8,342 mi
- 15/10/201276,614 mi+6,439 mi
- 16/10/201276,614 mi
- 18/10/201382,764 mi+6,150 mi
- 30/09/201487,590 mi+4,826 mi
- 17/10/201593,243 mi+5,653 mi
- 22/11/201697,426 mi+4,183 mi
- 04/08/2018107,962 mi+10,536 mi
- 25/02/2019108,649 mi+687 mi
- 17/02/2020111,440 mi+2,791 mi
- 18/02/2020111,440 mi
- 09/02/2021119,583 mi+8,143 mi
- 12/02/2021119,583 mi
- 14/01/2022136,645 mi+17,062 mi
- 18/01/2022136,645 mi
- 07/01/2023146,576 mi+9,931 mi
- 12/01/2024152,131 mi+5,555 mi
Average of roughly 7,609 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
SM55 UPB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo V50 (SM55 UPB) between October 2008 and January 2024.
The record contains 15 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 12 January 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Tyres (13 issues), Suspension (11 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 32 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))”; “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 41% (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”.
Common Problems: VOLVO V50
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Tailgate wiring and latch faults(Moderate)
The V50’s tailgate loom and latch wiring can fail through repeated opening, causing rear wiper, demister and boot-release problems.
- EGR and DPF clogging on diesels(Moderate)
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
The V50’s tailgate loom and latch wiring can fail through repeated opening, causing rear wiper, demister and boot-release problems.
- EGR and DPF clogging on dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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